Roof wind damage mitigation: Lessons from Hugo

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Abstract
Hurricane Hugo caused extensive roof damage in Charleston, South Carolina and surrounding areas. Extensive field investigations have revealed the causes of many of the problems. This paper summarizes the investigative findings and presents recommendations formitigation of future roof wind damage.

Date
9/1990

Author(s)
Tom Smith; James McDonnald

Page(s)
224-230

Source
ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers)

Keyword(s)
wind damage; Hurricane Hugo; mitigation; recommendations

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